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3 hours 30 minutes
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Get your pulse racing on an ATV adventure on Queenstown Hill! Riding a fully automatic, 400cc all-terrain vehicle (also known as a quad bike), you’ll follow trails to the hilltop for panoramic views over Queenstown. Comprehensive training is provided, along with safety equipment and clothing and transport from Queenstown.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• All riders must be at least 16 years old, weigh under 150 kgs and have a good command of the English language. For safety reasons, customers who are unable to communicate effectively in English are not permitted to participate in this tour.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Minimum numbers apply (min 2 per tour for confirmed departure, min 4 on NZ public holidays). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
The main pickup point is Info & Track / Info & Snow, located on 37 Shotover Street - parking can be difficult to find in town. If you have your own vehicle, you can park for free out at the Nomad Safaris Quad Bike Pick Up Location - 420 Tucker Beach Road (Tucker Beach Recreational Reserve), Queenstown. The car park is located very close to our quad base, and if you have your own vehicle you can park it there at your own risk and we can pick you up on the way through. Please ensure you inform us if you prefer this option, otherwise it will be assumed you are meeting us at the shop. It can also be found using What3Words: asparagus.remixes.restarts. Google maps link for Tucker Beach Road carpark: https://g.co/kgs/WNJRdSv
Quad biking is a physically demanding activity which requires a degree of physical strength and people of smaller stature/slight build are at greater risk of accident. Guides are trained to recognise potential safety concerns, including rider size and strength. This may restrict participation based on known risk factors.
Before the tour departs, all guests receive a safety briefing and basic quad bike training. If, during this training session, our guides assess that a rider is not competent or confident enough to safely operate the bike, they will not be allowed to continue riding on the tour. In some cases, guests may be offered the option to ride pillion (as a passenger) on a guide’s bike.
A valid credit/debit card is required when you check in, otherwise you can not participate in the trip and there will be no refund. In the event of an accident, we may charge up to $2,500 to cover any damage, repairs or insurance excess.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Use of all-weather, waterproof clothing and safety gear
Professional guide
Use of 4WD ATV (quad bike)
Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
Selected Central Queenstown Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Queenstown Hill
Nomad Quad Safaris operate fully automatic 400cc quad bikes with 4WD ensuring an experience that is adventurous yet safe. Full training on the quad bike ensures that all levels are catered for. As Nomad Safaris has exclusive use of Queenstown Hill this ensures access to a wealth of trails covering different types of terrain allowing a Quad Bike tour that is tailored to the ability of the group.
Notes: 16 years old and over Must be conversant in English
212 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Eden C,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
Such a fun tour! The guides were super knowledgeable and taught us everything we needed to know before heading up the hill. The views were amazing and it’s not a difficult ride at all. Also really impressed by all the safety measures and the quality of the quad bikes. Definitely recommend!
Melanie M,
Jun 26, 2025
- Viator
Had a fantastic time. Very thorough on safety which was reassuring. Had the best time. The views were amazing. So much fun.
Patricia D,
Apr 23, 2025
- Viator
Fun and safety with experienced instructors who also guided us through the tour. Thrilling view on the top of the montain and adventure from the beginning until the end.
Nonye I,
Apr 21, 2025
- Viator
The Queenstown Hill Quad Bike Experience was 10/10! I went with my brother who had never been ATV riding before whereas I had twice before in other places around the world and this was the first time anyone had actually trained me with practice drills on how to ride before taking you out on the trail. Usually it’s just how to turn on the bike and that it. In addition to all the protective gear, kind coaching by Jordan and Benjamin, and obvious love for what they do in was night and day better to any experience I had had before. The views from the Hill are stunning and my brother left feeling extremely comfortable and wanting to do it again and again.
Krista G,
Apr 18, 2025
- Viator
Great experience. Benjamin was a great teacher. Super fun, views amazing. Was definitely a great afternoon!
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